Mastercard (MA) Director Julius Genachowski Sells $217K of Stock

Julius Genachowski, a Director at Mastercard Incorporated, sold 371 shares on October 9, 2026, for a total value of $217,040.01. This sale was planned, and the shares were sold at an average price of $585.01 each.

Other Institutional Activity in Mastercard

Several other institutions have also adjusted their positions in Mastercard recently. Blackrock Inc. trimmed its holdings by 616,493 shares, now holding 66,393,565 shares valued at approximately $40.99 billion. Mastercard Foundation Asset Management Corp reduced its stake by 4,886,010 shares, ending with 60,347,774 shares worth about $37.26 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC decreased its position by 214,580 shares, holding 52,122,015 shares valued at approximately $32.18 billion. State Street Corporation increased its stake by 485,172 shares, bringing its total to 36,964,305 shares worth around $22.82 billion. JPMorgan Chase & Co. cut its holdings by 4,428,182 shares, now owning 28,228,027 shares valued at about $17.43 billion.

Mastercard Incorporated Stock Up 1.8%

Mastercard's stock recently traded around $613.91 as of October 16, 2026, which is about 6.8% above its 50-day moving average of $574.78. The stock is currently 1% below its 52-week high of $619.80 and 32.2% above its 52-week low of $464.52. Analysts have set a mean target price of $671.23, indicating potential upside from its recent trading levels.

Recent Earnings

Mastercard's trailing twelve-month revenue stands at approximately $35.08 billion, with an earnings per share (EPS) of $18.18. The company has shown a revenue growth of 14.1% year-over-year and a net margin of 46.3%. Its next earnings report is scheduled for October 29, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at Mastercard Incorporated

In recent insider activity, Oki Matsumoto purchased 509 shares on June 16, 2026. J. Mehra Sachin, an Officer, sold 8,444 shares on August 20, 2026, for a total value of approximately $4.87 million. Linda Pistecchia Kirkpatrick, also an Officer, sold 923 shares on August 31, 2026, valued at about $547,837. Additionally, J. Mehra Sachin sold 3,266 shares on September 2, 2026, for around $1.91 million.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On the same day as Genachowski's sale, Baird maintained its Outperform rating on Mastercard with a new price target of $710. Other firms, such as Cantor Fitzgerald and Truist Securities, also maintained their ratings, with target prices ranging from $633 to $695.

About Mastercard

Mastercard Incorporated is a technology company that provides transaction processing and payment-related services worldwide. It plays a crucial role in the financial services sector, helping facilitate payments between consumers and businesses.

Bottom Line

Investors should keep an eye on Mastercard's upcoming earnings report on October 29, 2026, and watch for any further insider trades that might provide additional insights into the company's outlook.